ANGLO SAXON GOLD RING Of lobed quatrefoil design. The hoop with lettering reading CYNEFRID between two crosses and flanked by a stylised deer and a hare to each shoulder.
Plain gold band inscribed with the words 'AVE MARIA GRACIA PLENA' (Hail Mary full of grace). The style of lombardic lettering used suggests it dates to the late - early century.
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